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** In the non-Japanese versions of {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}, if the player clears the Master Ball division of the Round 2 [[Prime Cup]] with all Pokémon selected directly from a Game Pak, not saving the game during the challenge (continues are permitted), and ensures Pikachu participates in the final battle (the Pikachu can come from any [[Generation I]] game), they will be able to teach that Pikachu Surf. This does not occur in the Japanese version of the game (this game is known as Pokémon Stadium 2 in Japanese).
** In the non-Japanese versions of {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}, if the player clears the Master Ball division of the Round 2 [[Prime Cup]] with all Pokémon selected directly from a Game Pak, not saving the game during the challenge (continues are permitted), and ensures Pikachu participates in the final battle (the Pikachu can come from any [[Generation I]] game), they will be able to teach that Pikachu Surf. This does not occur in the Japanese version of the game (this game is known as Pokémon Stadium 2 in Japanese).
** In [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]], after defeating Pokétopia Master [[Mysterial]] the player can download a Surfing Pikachu onto a {{5v2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} game from the shop for free. It can be downloaded by multiple games, but no two Pikachu can be downloaded by a single card.
** In [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]], after defeating Pokétopia Master [[Mysterial]] the player can download a Surfing Pikachu onto a {{5v2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} game from the shop for free. It can be downloaded by multiple games, but no two Pikachu can be downloaded by a single card.
* All of [[Lt. Surge]]'s Pikachu and {{p|Raichu}} in {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}} and [[Pokémon Stadium 2]] know Surf.  
* All of [[Lt. Surge]]'s Pikachu and {{p|Raichu}} in {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}} and [[Pokémon Stadium 2]] know Surf.
* In [[Pokémon Box Ruby & Sapphire]], after 1499 Pokémon are stored the player will receive an Egg with a {{p|Pichu}} that knows {{m|ThunderShock}}, {{m|Charm}} and Surf. This Pichu, of course, can [[Evolution|evolve]] into a Pikachu that knows Surf.
* In [[Pokémon Box Ruby & Sapphire]], after 1499 Pokémon are stored the player will receive an Egg with a {{p|Pichu}} that knows {{m|ThunderShock}}, {{m|Charm}} and Surf. This Pichu, of course, can [[Evolution|evolve]] into a Pikachu that knows Surf.


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{{bulbanews/3|Cap Pikachu, Pikashunium Z to be available in Japan|I Choose You Cap Pikachu to appear in Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon|Ash hat Pikachu distribution announced for American, PAL region games}}
{{bulbanews/3|Cap Pikachu, Pikashunium Z to be available in Japan|I Choose You Cap Pikachu to appear in Ultra Sun, Ultra Moon|Ash hat Pikachu distribution announced for American, PAL region games}}
{{main|Ash's Pikachu#Pikachu in a cap|Ash's Pikachu → Pikachu in a cap}}
{{main|Ash's Pikachu#Pikachu in a cap|Ash's Pikachu → Pikachu in a cap}}
The first six cap-wearing Pikachu are {{pkmn2|event}}-exclusive Pokémon that debuted in [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]], and are being distributed in celebration of the [[Pokémon anime]]'s [[M20|20th movie]], and by extension, the anime's 20th anniversary. Like [[Ash's Pikachu]], these Pikachu are always [[gender|male]] and cannot evolve. They also have access to the exclusive [[Z-Crystal]], {{DL|Z-Crystal|Pikashunium Z}}, and its [[Z-Move]], {{m|10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt}}.
The first six cap-wearing Pikachu are {{pkmn2|event}}-exclusive Pokémon that debuted in [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]], and are being distributed in celebration of the [[Pokémon anime]]'s [[M20|20th movie]], and by extension, the anime's 20th anniversary. Like [[Ash's Pikachu]], these Pikachu are always [[gender|male]] and cannot evolve. They also have access to the exclusive [[Z-Crystal]], [[Pikashunium Z]], and its [[Z-Move]], {{m|10,000,000 Volt Thunderbolt}}.


A seventh Cap Pikachu, wearing the hat Ash wears in [[M20|the twentieth movie]], will debut in [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]]. In Japan, it will be distributed via [[QR Code]] on a special [[Pokémon Ga-Olé]] disc. In America, it will be distributed via a QR Code that will be given to those who pre-order tickets for the 20th movie.
A seventh Cap Pikachu, wearing the hat Ash wears in [[M20|the twentieth movie]], will debut in [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]]. In Japan, it will be distributed via [[QR Code]] on a special [[Pokémon Ga-Olé]] disc. In America, it will be distributed via a QR Code that will be given to those who pre-order tickets for the 20th movie.
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* '''Pikachu on a ball''' is another special Pikachu found in [[Pokémon Snap]]. In [[Pokémon Island Tunnel|the Tunnel]] Pikachu will jump on top of a rolling {{p|Electrode}} if startled by the player, and playfully keep it rolling until the Electrode stops in a ditch and explodes, shocking the Pikachu.
* '''Pikachu on a ball''' is another special Pikachu found in [[Pokémon Snap]]. In [[Pokémon Island Tunnel|the Tunnel]] Pikachu will jump on top of a rolling {{p|Electrode}} if startled by the player, and playfully keep it rolling until the Electrode stops in a ditch and explodes, shocking the Pikachu.
* '''Speed Pikachu''' is a special Pikachu found along [[Pokémon Island River|the River]] in [[Pokémon Snap]]. Taking a picture of this Pikachu will cause it to use {{m|Quick Attack}} to dash across a small field, making it one of the hardest Pokémon to get a picture of.
* '''Speed Pikachu''' is a special Pikachu found along [[Pokémon Island River|the River]] in [[Pokémon Snap]]. Taking a picture of this Pikachu will cause it to use {{m|Quick Attack}} to dash across a small field, making it one of the hardest Pokémon to get a picture of.
* '''Pikachu on Articuno''' is another special Pikachu found in [[Pokémon Island Cave|the Cave]] in Pokémon Snap. After rescuing a Pikachu from a {{p|Zubat}} and having {{p|Articuno}} hatch by playing the [[Poké Flute]], near the exit, Articuno will be seen flying towards the player with Pikachu on its back.  
* '''Pikachu on Articuno''' is another special Pikachu found in [[Pokémon Island Cave|the Cave]] in Pokémon Snap. After rescuing a Pikachu from a {{p|Zubat}} and having {{p|Articuno}} hatch by playing the [[Poké Flute]], near the exit, Articuno will be seen flying towards the player with Pikachu on its back.


=====[[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]]=====
=====[[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]]=====
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[[File:Ritchie Sparky.png|thumb|200px|left|Sparky]]
[[File:Ritchie Sparky.png|thumb|200px|left|Sparky]]
{{main|Sparky}}
{{main|Sparky}}
[[Ritchie]] owns a Pikachu, nicknamed Sparky. It is distinguished from other Pikachu by a scruff of fur on the top of its head.  
[[Ritchie]] owns a Pikachu, nicknamed Sparky. It is distinguished from other Pikachu by a scruff of fur on the top of its head.


====Blue Orb-possessed Pikachu====
====Blue Orb-possessed Pikachu====
[[File:Blue Orb possession.png|thumb|200px|Blue Orb-possessed Pikachu]]
[[File:Blue Orb possession.png|thumb|200px|Blue Orb-possessed Pikachu]]
[[Ash's Pikachu]] was possessed by the {{DL|Colored orbs|Blue Orb}} in the anime in ''[[AG097|Gaining Groudon]]'' and ''[[AG098|The Scuffle of Legends]]''. This caused his eyes to glow red and he became covered in markings similar to {{p|Groudon}}'s.
[[Ash's Pikachu]] was possessed by the [[Blue Orb]] in the anime in ''[[AG097|Gaining Groudon]]'' and ''[[AG098|The Scuffle of Legends]]''. This caused his eyes to glow red and he became covered in markings similar to {{p|Groudon}}'s.
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